Identifying a Drinking Problem: Insights from Deb Mazenor
You don't have to be a problem drinker to have a problem with drinking. Alcohol use disorder runs from mild to severe. It should be individualized to address your needs.
Ever wondered if your drinking habits might be problematic? In this episode of 'Alcohol Tipping Point', Deb Mazenor, a seasoned nurse health coach, breaks down the complexities of alcohol use disorder. Forget the label 'alcoholic'; Deb explains that alcoholism is actually a spectrum, with varying degrees of severity. She introduces a practical tool—the alcohol use disorder questionnaire—that can help you gauge where you might fall on this spectrum.
Deb also dispels common myths about alcohol addiction, stressing the importance of personalized approaches to recovery. Instead of asking yourself if you have a drinking problem, she suggests pondering whether your life would improve without alcohol. This episode is packed with tips, tools, and mindset shifts to help you reassess your relationship with drinking. If you're curious about whether cutting back or quitting might benefit you, this episode offers a thoughtful and supportive guide.